Create a Dynamic Shattering Text Animation in Maya

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Modelling a Luger P08 using Subdivision Surfaces in Maya – Day 2

In the second part of this 2-day, narrated timelapse tutorial, Sebastian Kim adds the final touches to the Luger P08 model. Created using Mayas basic polygonal toolset, this model allows us to take a look at different hard surface subdivision modeling techniques all of which play a huge part in todays production environment. This [...]

Modelling a Luger P08 using Subdivision Surfaces in Maya – Day 1

Hard surface subdivision modeling can be a difficult concept to understand, however as it has become such a big part of todays production environment, learning it has become much more of a necessity. Using the basic polygonal toolset, this 2-day, narrated timelapse tutorial covers the process of modeling a Luger P08, and is a great [...]

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Quick Tip: Creating Custom Marking Menus in Maya

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Animating with Deformers in Maya

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